This unit describes the performance outcome, knowledge and skills required to recognise threats, risks and vulnerabilities to cyber security in an organisation. The threats to an organisation includenetworks, machines, applications, data, users and infrastructure.

The unit addresses common cyber security attack mechanisms and an introduction to threat managementas well as security issues surrounding Internet of Things (IoT) devices.

The unit also includes the implementation of tools and systems an organisation can use for protection against cyber-attacks.

This unit applies to individuals workingas cyber security technicians either alone or as part of a team.

No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of accreditation.